Reported Dec 21, 2017
American Honda Recalls Portable Generators Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
American Honda Motor Company Inc. of Torrance, Calif.
High riskUsing this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact a local authorized Honda Power Equipment service dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair.
Firm contact: American Honda toll-free at 888-888-3139 from 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at https://powerequipment.honda.com/ and click on “Recalls and Updates” at the bottom of the page for more information.
What it looks like
Is this the product you have?
- Honda portable generators
- Amount recalled
- About 34,000
Where it was sold
Sold at Authorized Honda Power Equipment dealers and Home Depot stores nationwide from September 2016 through November 2017 for about $1,150..
Why it was recalled
Stop using this product now
The carburetor can leak gasoline, posing fire and burn hazards.
Using this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.
Reports so far: The firm has received 38 reports of fuel leakage from the generators. No fires or injuries have been reported.
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